40K+ Seeking Advice Before Buying S24 Ultra

[maddy_in65]

My current phone has been giving me trouble lately, so I'm considering upgrading to the Galaxy S24 Ultra—possibly the corporate Edition for the added 3-year support. Before I make the jump, I am looking for some feedback on a few points:
Has anyone experienced the green line issue on the S24 Ultra? If so, does the standard or Enterprise Edition warranty cover it?
I’ve mostly used audiophile phones in the past (LG, HTC, Asus ROG series). For those using high-quality IEMs or external DACs/portable DACs, how does the S24 Ultra hold up in terms of audio output and overall sound quality?
Are there any expected sales or promotions coming up soon that might be worth waiting for.

 

[floppy_glass]

Not answering your queries directly but imho it might be better value if you can get your hands on a discounted s23u. Not much of an upgrade from s23u to s24u. Also s23u has a curved screen if that is your thing.

 

[maddy_in65]

Not answering your queries directly but imho it might be better value if you can get your hands on a discounted s23u. Not much of an upgrade from s23u to s24u. Also s23u has a curved screen if that is your thing.

I would like to go for S24u considering support and slightly better HW

 

[animishticomb]

Have been using s23u for 3 years, no issues and everyday praise myself that I made such a splendid decision

Can you point me to a link where I can read about 3 year additional support? Sounds great for when I upgrade next

 

[yugaaa]

My current phone has been giving me trouble lately, so I'm considering upgrading to the Galaxy S24 Ultra—possibly the corporate Edition for the added 3-year support. Before I make the jump, I am looking for some feedback on a few points:
Has anyone experienced the green line issue on the S24 Ultra? If so, does the standard or Enterprise Edition warranty cover it?
I’ve mostly used audiophile phones in the past (LG, HTC, Asus ROG series). For those using high-quality IEMs or external DACs/portable DACs, how does the S24 Ultra hold up in terms of audio output and overall sound quality?
Are there any expected sales or promotions coming up soon that might be worth waiting for.

Best place is to buy Samsung is out of the country . Any phone for that matter . I bought a s25 Ultra for about 85,000 for the 256 gb version . Same one costs in India 1.2 lakhs . It is cheaper in Srilanka with a 2 way ticket factored in .

 

[john1911]

Best place is to buy Samsung is out of the country . Any phone for that matter . I bought a s25 Ultra for about 85,000 for the 256 gb version . Same one costs in India 1.2 lakhs . It is cheaper in Srilanka with a 2 way ticket factored in .

Yes, agreed, but you lose the warranty.

And this whole green line issue is scary without warranty coverage. I had to get the screens replaced on two phones (S21 Ultra and S21 FE), both out of warranty, one at 2 years 3 months, and the other at 2 years 9 months. Each replacement costed ₹1000. The green line replacement program is valid only for Indian units and only up to 3 years from the date of purchase.

Given how widespread the green line issue is, buying a non-Indian unit feels like a gamble. I’ve even heard they won’t repair those units at all, even if you're willing to pay (though I’m not entirely sure about that).

 

[vivek.krishnan]

Not worth buying the S24UE - its 1L on Samsung Corporate Website all inclusive. Plus only one variant 12/256

Instead would rather get something like the Poco F6/F7 and change it after 2-3 years or when problems arise. That was selling for 23K for the 8/256 variant.

 

[blr_p]

Only phone that could pass for audiophile is the Sony Xperia with it's headphones jack. But you won't find it in India and its not cheap.

If you can afford an ultra maybe look at it but no support if anything goes wrong

 

[yugaaa]

Yes, agreed, but you lose the warranty.

And this whole green line issue is scary without warranty coverage. I had to get the screens replaced on two phones (S21 Ultra and S21 FE), both out of warranty, one at 2 years 3 months, and the other at 2 years 9 months. Each replacement costed ₹1000. The green line replacement program is valid only for Indian units and only up to 3 years from the date of purchase.

Given how widespread the green line issue is, buying a non-Indian unit feels like a gamble. I’ve even heard they won’t repair those units at all, even if you're willing to pay (though I’m not entirely sure about that).

I do not know . I keep traveling and Samsung runs an offer in Africa where they replace the screen for around 1500 to 3000 rupees equivalent if broken . https://www.samsung.com/africa_en/offer/samsung-care-plus-nigeria-terms/ . For calculation sake 1 Re is roughly 18 Naira .

 

[babhishek]

isnt that exynos? how is it better than the s23?

get a standby phone, the s25 series with SD makes more sense is what I have heard in reviews compared to Exynos.